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Everett F Kerr Middle School
Middle School · Cook County SD 130
12915 Maple Ave, Blue Island, IL 60406
Enrollment
324
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
5.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
324
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
5.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#2,652 of 3,813
In Blue Island
#6 of 8
public schools
In district
#6 of 11
Cook County SD 130
School environment
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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Everett F Kerr Middle School
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About Everett F Kerr Middle School
Everett F Kerr Middle School is a public middle school in Blue Island, IL, part of Cook County SD 130. Everett F Kerr Middle School serves approximately 324 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 9.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Everett F Kerr Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,652 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Everett F Kerr Middle School show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.3 · Average
- District avg 5.4
- IL avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 9.8:1 students to teachers, Everett F Kerr Middle School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
32% of students at Everett F Kerr Middle School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Everett F Kerr Middle School — Students at Everett F Kerr Middle School score 15% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 8%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
89.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 23 test records from IL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.4/10.
How Everett F Kerr Middle School Compares
See how Everett F Kerr Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
12915 Maple Ave, Blue Island, IL 60406
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Everett F Kerr Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Veterans Memorial Middle Sch (rated 6.2/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ALTERNATIVE ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT ACADEMY (rated 5.4/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Kellar School (rated 5.0/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Robbins), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Blue Island, see our Blue Island schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Whittier Elementary School Blue Island | 0.2 mi | 4.3 |
| ST WALTER ST BENEDICT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Blue Island | 0.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Veterans Memorial Middle Sch Blue Island | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| DD Eisenhower High Sch (Campus) Blue Island | 0.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Lincoln Elem School Blue Island | 0.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Paul Revere Intermediate School Blue Island | 0.8 mi | 4.8 |
| Paul Revere Primary School Blue Island | 0.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Horace Mann School Blue Island | 0.8 mi | 5.9 |
| George Washington Elementary Sch Alsip | 1.0 mi | 5.0 |
| ALTERNATIVE ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT ACADEMY Blue Island | 1.3 mi | 5.4 |
| ST WALTER SCHOOL Chicago | 1.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Gordon School Posen | 1.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Meadow Lane School Merrionette Park | 1.5 mi | 4.8 |
| Calumet Elem School Calumet Park | 1.4 mi | 4.8 |
| Burr Oak Elem School Calumet Park | 1.5 mi | 4.5 |
| ACADEMIC MASTERY ACADEMY Posen | 1.9 mi | — |
| Burr Oak Academy Calumet Park | 1.5 mi | 6.8 |
| ACADEMIC MASTERY ACADEMY Posen | 2.0 mi | — |
| Childs Elem School Robbins | 1.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Kellar School Robbins | 1.9 mi | 5.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60406 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,502
Median Home Value
$166,000
Median Rent
$1,081/mo
Population
24,887
College Educated
18.4%
Homeownership
49%
Avg Commute
27.4 min
Poverty Rate
17.9%
Median Age
35.6
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Central Intermediate School Ottawa, IL | 5.3 |
| Du Quoin Middle School Du Quoin, IL | 5.3 |
| Heritage Middle School Summit, IL | 5.3 |
| Liberty Leadership Middle School Peoria, IL | 5.3 |
| MacArthur Middle School Berkeley, IL | 5.3 |
| McKinley Jr High School South Holland, IL | 5.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Everett F Kerr Middle School
What grades does Everett F Kerr Middle School serve?
Everett F Kerr Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Everett F Kerr Middle School?
Everett F Kerr Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 324 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Everett F Kerr Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Everett F Kerr Middle School is 9.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Everett F Kerr Middle School rank in IL?
Everett F Kerr Middle School ranks #2,652 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Everett F Kerr Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Everett F Kerr Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Everett F Kerr Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Everett F Kerr Middle School has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Everett F Kerr Middle School a charter school?
No, Everett F Kerr Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Everett F Kerr Middle School a Title I school?
No, Everett F Kerr Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Everett F Kerr Middle School?
89.2% of students at Everett F Kerr Middle School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 324
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 89.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cook County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.8%
- Phone
- (708) 385-5959
Resources & Links
District
Cook County SD 130- District Enrollment
- 2,945
- Schools in District
- 12
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,636
- District Rank
- #6 of 11
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